CNC Miller / Setter / Operator

Rheinmetall; Telford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days leave

Private healthcare

Employer pension 6% matched

Career development

Training opportunities

Job summary

Rheinmetall is establishing a new production site in Telford for large calibre barrels. We are seeking an experienced CNC Setter/Operator to prepare, set up and run milling machines in a high-precision, 3-shift environment.

You will machine complex components to tight tolerances, follow SAP instructions, and participate in continuous improvement while maintaining strict quality controls. This role offers long-term security and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC milling machines (incl. 5-axis)
• Ability to read and understand specifications, drawings and test procedures
• Competent using jigs and fixtures and measuring equipment
• Familiarity with quality control within production lines
• Strong attention to detail and accurate workmanship
• Motivated, disciplined, with continuous improvement mindset

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate large CNC milling machines in a 3-shift operation
• Machine high-quality components with tight tolerances for large calibre weapons systems
• Produce according to SAP production orders and instructions
• Inspect finished components using specified test plans and self-checks
• Report production metrics via factory data system
• Select correct tools per SWI and contribute to process improvements
• Support maintenance to fix issues with equipment

Skills

CNC operation experience

Read technical drawings

Quality control

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement mindset

Strong work ethic

Teamwork

Tools

Jigs and fixtures

Measuring equipment

Job description

What We Are Looking For

CNC Setter/Operator - Milling

Be Part of a New Manufacturing Company in Telford, UK.

Telford |Onsite | Perm, Full Time | Shift Work |

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

• New, clean , temperature controlled & modern working environment
• Advances CNC Technology & high-precision engineering
• Excellent Job Security
• Competitive salary package
• Convenient Telford location
• Real opportunities to develop and progress

About Rheinmetall

One of Europe's most modern production facilities is currently being setup in Telford - the "UK Gun Hall" project.

Rheinmetall Weapon Munitions UK Limited (RWM UK) - a wholly owned subsidiary of the Rheinmetall Group and part of the Weapon and Ammunition Division - is Rheinmetall's centre of excellence for the production and maintenance of large calibre weapon systems in the United Kingdom.

What You Will Be Doing

• Preparation, set-up and operation of large CNC machines (CNC milling machines, including 5-axis machines, wire eroding machines, grinding machines, etc.) in a 3-shift operation
• Machining of high-quality components for large calibre weapons systems with very tight tolerances
• Production according to SAP production orders and production instructions
• Checking and measuring the finished components according to technical specifications and/or test plans, including regular worker self-checks during each production step
• Reporting production metrics through the factory data collection system
• Selecting correct tools for tasks according to SWI
• Give input for continuous improvement of related processes, worksteps, tools, etc. to improve overall performance
• Report to and support maintenance to fix issues with equipment

What Qualifications You Should Have

• Experience as a CNC-Operator and knowledge of working on CNC-machines (Milling technology)
• Ability to read and understand specifications, technical drawings, work instructions and test procedures.
• Competent in using jigs and fixtures.
• Competent in using hand tools and equipment
• Competent in use of measuring equipment for worker self checks
• Understanding and application of quality control within the production line.
• Motivated and disciplined with an excellent work ethic, technical aptitude, continuous improvement mind-set and can demonstrate attention to detail.

What We Offer You

Rheinmetall is establishing a new production site for large calibre barrels in Telford - and you have the opportunity to join the company at this really exciting time of growth and be involved in setting up the new plant from the very beginning.

What do we offer:

• Competitive salaries reviewed each year against market
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private Healthcare Plan
• Employer pension contribution up to 6% matched by employer
• Career development opportunities
• Excellent Training Opportunities